The Shooting Folly
ID: S123239
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91 reviews
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1 Bathroom
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Hot tub
Guests say
The Shooting Folly is a highly praised cottage, celebrated for its tranquility, unique charm, and beautiful surroundings. Guests consistently laud the property for its peacefulness, comfort, and the delightful addition of a hot tub. The thoughtful touches by the owners, such as fresh eggs and the well-equipped kitchen, contribute to an exceptional stay. It's an ideal retreat for those seeking to disconnect and enjoy the countryside.
Cleanliness
Reviewers consistently mention the property being 'super clean' upon arrival, indicating exceptional standards of cleanliness that contribute to the overall experience.
Location
The location is frequently described as peaceful, beautiful, and perfect for getting away from it all. The rural setting and proximity to nature trails contribute to its high rating, with only minor comments about the remoteness and rural roads.
Comfort
Guests find The Shooting Folly to be comfortable, with a well-laid-out space, cosy atmosphere, and a bed that ensures a good night's sleep. The only minor drawback mentioned is the need to mind the low beams upstairs.
Facilities
The property's facilities, including the hot tub, wood burning stove, and well-equipped kitchen, are highly appreciated by guests. The maintenance of these facilities is implied to be excellent, with no negative comments noted.
Thoughtfulness
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through the provision of welcome treats like fresh eggs, milk, and biscuits. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Without any doubt, The Shooting Folly is as unique holiday home that we have ever come across.
Standing all on its own, surrounded by glorious Shropshire farmland and with long views over fields and woods, it is an unbelievably romantic bolt hole in some of the most attractive countryside in England.
It’s history dates back to the 19th Century, once believed to be an old shooting lodge, the building is wonderfully quirky with a crenelated mock church tower at one end, a stepped gable at the other and in between a simple, timber thatched cottage!
In recent years the folly has been transformed (from a ruin) by its current owners back to its former glory using high quality materials, to create a very homely and unique ‘hideaway’ filled with period features and all mod cons you’d expect from a high quality home, including a super Cedar Hot Tub.
In our opinion, the Folly is just as perfect for honeymooners as it is for walkers, in fact anyone seeking peace and tranquillity in a remote rural environment. There is little not to love in this gem, not least that there are two pubs within a few miles too!
The gorgeous village of Cheswardine is relatively untouched and is a typical Shropshire village. There are two pubs in the village, The Fox & Hounds and The Wharf Tavern which sits right on the canal. For walkers (and the non-walkers too!) there is a network of public footpaths all round from your front door.
The Shooting Folly is a brilliant getaway for couples that are looking for a honeymoon destination, or just a space to get away from everyday life.
The Shooting Folly is on the edge of a small village, but a few miles from the totally gorgeous village of Cheswardine, which is relatively untouched and a typical Shropshire village. There are two pubs nearby, both recommended by the owners – The Fox & Hounds is two miles away and The Wharf Tavern sits right on the canal.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x double, also access to a dressing room.
1 x ground floor bathroom with shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor WC and basin.
Kitchen with dining area.
Living room with woodburner.
Underfloor heating, woodburner.
Electric hob, oven and grill, fridge with freezer compartment, slimline dishwasher and microwave.
TV, DVD and selection of DVDs, 4G signal (no wifi but 4G is picked up).
Fuel and power inc in rent.
Bed linen and towels inc in rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Enclosed garden , paved and gravelled areas, cedar hot tub, feature well with lighting and safety grill.
Charcoal BBQ available please note only charcoal to be used as Thatched Cottage.
Off road parking.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Sorry infants only, no children Shop and pub 2 miles.
Note: Washing facilities available with owner, upon request (lives nearby).
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